1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 585 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
